- As one of 16 institutions in the Kentucky Community and Technical College System (KCTCS), Hazard Community and Technical College is part of the most exciting reform of higher education in the Commonwealth. KCTCS is the system that provides citizens of the state with access to affordable, quality postsecondary education and training.
School Highlights
Hazard Community and Technical College serves 3,134 students (30% of students are full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 39:1 is higher than the state community college average of 37:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the state average of 28%.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Enrollment: 3,134 students
- In-state tuition: $3,624
- Out-state tuition: $12,456
- Student-teacher ratio: 39:1
- Minority enrollment: 6%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Hazard Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Kentucky for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
School Overview
The teacher population of 80 teachers has declined by 65% over five years.
Hazard Community and Technical College
(KY) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associate's Colleges
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
80 staff
82 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The student population of Hazard Community and Technical College has grown by 19% over five years.
The student-teacher ratio of 39:1 has increased from 14:1 over five years.
The Hazard Community and Technical College diversity score of 0.12 is less than the state average of 0.46. The school's diversity has grown by 53% over five years.
Total Enrollment
3,134 students
3,274 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
39:1
37:1
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Full-Time Students
926 students
1,128 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
2,208 students
2,146 students
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
3,134 students
2,618 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
926 students
1,102 students
Showing 2013–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
2,208 students
2,146 students
% Hispanic
1%
7%
% Black
1%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% White
94%
72%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
% Two or more races
1%
4%
% Unknown races
2%
5%
Diversity Score
0.12
0.46
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
44%
43%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$27,100
$29,400
Tuition & Financial Aid
The public in-state tuition of $3,624 is less than the state average of $3,629. The in-state tuition has declined by 19% over four years.
The public out-state tuition of $12,456 is more than the state average of $12,449. The out-state tuition has declined by 18% over four years.
In-State Tuition Fees
$3,624
$3,629
Out-State Tuition Fees
$12,456
$12,449
Tuition Notes
In State Tuition Rat
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
98%
98%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$9,487
$11,279
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$5,683
$5,953
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- As a community and technical college, we exist to meet the educational, social and cultural needs of the citizens of the Kentucky River Valley of Eastern Kentucky. Hazard Community and Technical College is a multi-campus college offering unique opportunities at each campus. Our Hazard Campus houses the First Federal Center, The Clemons Center, and the UK Center for Rural Health Bailey-Stumbo building to house our many allied health programs. The Challenger Learning Center of Kentucky, located at the Hazard Campus, provides a special learning center for area children. Our Technical Campus offers training programs in everything from Auto Mechanics to Electronics to Welding. The Lees College Campus in Jackson offers a full residential life experience through residence hall living. Our Knott County Branch provides improved access to postsecondary education and training to citizens of that part of the region as well as our newest site in Hyden in Leslie County-the Leslie County Center. Kentucky Community and Technical College System comprises 16 colleges with over 65 campuses and other locations open or under construction. KCTCS colleges change lives by providing accessible and affordable education and training through academic and technical associate degrees; diploma and certificate programs in occupational fields; pre-baccalaureate education; adult, continuing and developmental education; customized training for business and industry; and distance learning.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hazard Community and Technical College cost?
Hazard Community and Technical College's tuition is approximately $3,624 for In-State students and $12,456 for Out-State students.
What is Hazard Community and Technical College's ranking?
Hazard Community and Technical College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Kentucky for: Least expensive tuition.
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